MURCIA REGION

Spain proposes major expansion of bereavement and palliative care leaveTen days off for close family deaths, up to 15 for palliative care, under new government plan The Spanish Ministry of Labour has presented a draft Royal Decree that would significantly extend the amount of paid leave workers can take following the death.. 21/10/2025

Mar Menor's first oyster reef takes shape to help clean the lagoonNative oysters could help clean the lagoon’s waters as scientists warn of dangerously low oxygen levels The Mar Menor’s first oyster reef has been launched in a bid to help clean the polluted lagoon, just as scientists warn it is once.. 21/10/2025

Amazon Cloud crash disrupts payments, banking and everyday servicesA major fault in Amazon’s cloud system caused widespread outages in Spain, hitting banks, payment services and digital platforms Amazon's cloud services ran into problems on Monday and caused widespread disruption globally, affecting everything.. 21/10/2025

Murcia extends vaccination times to fight rising flu cases in the RegionSome health centres are being opened on Saturdays to protect over 60s, high-risk groups and young children Due to a spike in cases of respiratory viruses, the Region of Murcia health department is offering vaccination appointments in the afternoons at.. 21/10/2025

El Portús neighbour confirms suicide pact in British couple tragedyWidower found with evidence of joint attempt after wife’s death sparks investigation and protests The tragedy that rocked the El Portús campsite deepened last week as the couple’s neighbour, Miguel, confirmed a heart-breaking suicide.. 20/10/2025

Tonina submarine anchors at Cartagena´s historic museumSpain’s longest-serving Navy vessel finds a home in epic tunnels beneath Mount Galeras Cartagena made history on Friday October 17 as the city officially took ownership of the legendary Tonina S-62 submarine, setting the stage for its transformation.. 20/10/2025

It's hotting up again: Murcia weekly weather forecast October 20-23Expect a gentle shift towards sunnier, warmer days over the course of this week It looks like the Region of Murcia is shaking off the recent rain for a week of cloud, a little sunshine and a noticeable warming trend. Autumn’s sticking around.. 20/10/2025

Water for flushing toilets returns to Mar Menor, but drinking water may not be available until this ThursdayWater restrictions remain in place across Mar Menor towns after the contamination from DANA storm Alice, and authorities are now saying that drinking water may not be restored until midweek   After more than a week of disruption following the.. 20/10/2025

Could this finally be the end of Daylight Savings Time? No more clock changes, says Spanish PMPedro Sánchez is ready to present a formal proposition to the EU to scrap the biannual time change altogether As the clocks prepare to fall back once again this weekend, Spain’s Prime Minister and President Pedro Sánchez has announced.. 20/10/2025

Cages set in Cartagena as hunt for wild boars steps upAuthorities move to capture the city’s wandering herds after a new wave of sightings After weeks of wild boar sightings across Cartagena, the Ministry of the Environment has now taken decisive action - installing cages to capture the animals that.. 20/10/2025

Gordon Strachan and Kenny Dalglish confirmed for European Senior Masters golf tournament at La Manga Club in association with Equals MoneyAn even bigger line-up of golfing greats and sporting legends has been confirmed for November 2025   Golf fans in the Region of Murcia are in for an unforgettable experience this autumn as the European Senior Masters, in association with Equals.. 20/10/2025

Jumilla joins new network of historic town centres in the Region of MurciaThe aim is to continue preserving and making the most of the historical heritage of the old centre of Jumilla The Town Hall of Jumilla is proud to have become one of the founder members of a new network entitled the Red de Municipios con Casco Histó.. 20/10/2025

What to say when the Guardia Civil stops you: keep it cool and cleverSimple words to keep you calm when the Guardia Civil wants to know why they stopped you If you’ve ever been stopped by the Guardia Civil while driving in Spain, you might recognise that classic question: "Do you know why we stopped.. 17/10/2025

Thousands of homes in the Region of Murcia without drinking water after Dana AliceAround 100,000 people have been told the tap water in their homes is undrinkable following the floods at the weekend Dana Alice has left more than flooded roads for residents of Campo de Cartagena and further afield after tearing through the Region.. 17/10/2025

Camposol B Clean Gardening volunteers spring back into actionThe dedicated gardening group has thrown itself into a hedge-trimming marathon after a well-deserved summer break The B Clean volunteers have emerged from summer hibernation and are now catching up with a few necessary jobs around Camposol Sector.. 17/10/2025

Widow's pension rules could change for undocumented couples with childrenNew proposal would let couples skip formal marriage or civil partnership if they prove two years together and share children If you’re in a long-term relationship but not officially married or registered as a pareja de hecho (civil partnership).. 17/10/2025

European court rules pets are legally baggage on flights: airlines not liable beyond luggage compensationLoss of pets during air travel is treated like lost suitcases, limiting airline compensation obligations If you’re an animal lover who travels with pets, this news might be a bit upsetting. The Court of Justice of the European Union has decided.. 17/10/2025

Sierra Espuña receives €1.6 million to combat devastating pine beetle outbreakDrought and pests have already killed 1.3 million trees across the Region of Murcia Sierra Espuña's forests have been suffering for years now, with brown, dying trees blotting the otherwise picture-perfect landscape everywhere you look... 17/10/2025

Non-resident property tax: Stress-free filing with IberianTax Although owning a property in Spain is a dream for many, filing your non-resident property taxes can prove more of a nightmare. For most non-resident owners, processes in the Spanish bureaucracy can feel confusing, time-consuming and costly. This is where.. 17/10/2025

Disruptions hit Renfe train routes this weekend, as Cartagena, Murcia and Valencia services move to buses  Track upgrades force another round of suspensions, with road travel and extra support in place for passengers Renfe passengers hoping to hop a train between Cartagena and Murcia, or make the journey to or from Valencia this weekend, will have to get.. 17/10/2025